Millard County Events Calendar
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July 2010
July 31 – Silver Sage Chuck Wagon Dinner Show, 225 East Main,
Delta. If you want a trip back in time,
you’ve come to the right place! We love
old cowboy music and fundamentals. We
want to transport you to a simpler place in time where music and good ol’ home
cookin’ were all it took to put a smile on a man’s face. We want you to forget about your busy lives
for a couple of hours. We want you to
laugh with us, sing along with us and eat to your hearts’ content. Seating begins at 6:30 pm. Contact Kirk Hoggard, 435-864-7603 for more
information.
August 2010
August
5-7 – Millard
County Fair,
Millard County Fairgrounds, 187 South Manzanita Ave., Delta. “The Best in Culture & Tradition” at the
Millard County Fair in Delta, Utah. Entertainment is provided each night, and
during the day on Friday and Saturday.
Science shows and demonstrations; Little Britches Rodeo, local
entertainment, and lots of food, games, inflatable's, contests and fun.
Make plans now to be part of the Best Small-town Fair in Utah! You
won't want to miss it!! Contact Betty Jo Western, 435-864-3966.
Aug
6-7 – Cove Fort Days, Cove Fort on I-15 between Fillmore and Beaver. Living history exhibits and booths. Tour guides in period clothing. Entertainment and family fun for all. Stage coach and wagon rides. Free hot dogs and drinks. Call 435-438-5547 for more information, or
visit Cove Fort’s website.
August 14 – Silver Sage Chuck Wagon Dinner Show, 225 East Main,
Delta. If you want a trip back in time,
you’ve come to the right place! We love
old cowboy music and fundamentals. We want
to transport you to a simpler place in time where music and good ol’ home
cookin’ were all it took to put a smile on a man’s face. We want you to forget about your busy lives
for a couple of hours. We want you to laugh
with us, sing along with us and eat to your hearts’ content. Seating begins at 6:30 pm. Contact Kirk Hoggard, 435-864-7603 for more
information.
August 28 – Silver Sage Chuck Wagon Dinner Show, 225 East Main,
Delta. If you want a trip back in time,
you’ve come to the right place! We love
old cowboy music and fundamentals. We
want to transport you to a simpler place in time where music and good ol’ home
cookin’ were all it took to put a smile on a man’s face. We want you to forget about your busy lives
for a couple of hours. We want you to
laugh with us, sing along with us and eat to your hearts’ content. Seating begins at 6: 30 pm. Contact Kirk Hoggard, 435-864-7603 for more
information.
Aug–
High School Rodeo,
Millard County Fairgrounds, 187 South Manzanita Ave., Delta. Come join us for 2
days of exciting high school rodeo action with 500-600 participants. Events start at 9:00 am and run until 5:00 pm
both days. Admission is $3/adults, $2/children. Contact Rick Moody, 435-864-4322 or
435-864-8785 for more information.
September
2010
Sept
3-6 – Labor Day
Fly-In, Delta Municipal Airport,
Delta. All ultralight, lightsport and
experimental aircraft are invited to Delta once a year for flying, food and
fun. Airplane games such as water balloon drops, candy drops and ultralight
golf (which involves dropping a golf ball from low level flight over a green at
the golf course) will be played as weather permits. Spectators are welcome to
come to the airport to look at the aircraft and watch some of the airplane
games. Admission is free for spectators. Raffle tickets are sold to help
support the next year's fly-in. Lots of prizes will be given away thanks to our
sponsors. Airplane rides can be purchased for a small fee (early morning and
late evenings are best for taking flights). So come and enjoy the fun! Contact Randy Fowles 435-979-1914 for further
information.
Sept 4 – Silver Sage Chuck Wagon Dinner Show, 225 East Main,
Delta. If you want a trip back in time,
you’ve come to the right place! We love
old cowboy music and fundamentals. We
want to transport you to a simpler place in time where music and good ol’ home
cookin’ were all it took to put a smile on a man’s face. We want you to forget about your busy lives
for a couple of hours. We want you to
laugh with us, sing along with us and eat to your hearts’ content. Seating begins at 6:30 pm. Contact Kirk Hoggard, 435-864-7603 for more
information.
Labor
Day Weekend– Leamarado
Days, Leamington.
Leamarado
Days began in 1946 when the town planned a homecoming celebration for World War
II soldiers. The celebration was held on Labor Day and consisted of a program
in the morning, a noon barbecue and a dance that night. The following year, the
veterans decided to give the party and it was again extremely successful and
continues to draw many back to their hometown.
The annual event is held at the Leamington Town Hall and Rodeo Grounds.
The traditional talent show, barbeque dinner, games and an evening rodeo
provide a fun time for residents and visitors.
Friday
7:30 am, Breakfast in the
Park
10:00 am, Children’s
Parade, Meet at the Town Hall
11:00 am, Trap Shoot and
Sloppy Joes
Saturday
2:00 pm, Dutch Oven
Contest, Adult & Junior Categories, Judging at 6:00
7:00 am, 5K Family Run
10:00 am, Talent Show,
Leamington Park
12 Noon, Roast Beef/Pork
Dinner
3:00 pm, Rodeo,
Leamington Rodeo Grounds
Sept
10-11 – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, Old
Capitol Arts Festival,
Fillmore. Fine art, mountain man demonstrations, and
live entertainment are just a few of the attractions at the Old Capitol Arts
Festival. The fun-filled event takes
place at the Territorial Statehouse Park in Fillmore. A full agenda of activities fill the two-day
festival. The park is overflowing with artists' booths featuring original
artwork and crafts. A quick draw auction is a popular event, with the sale of
artwork created on the spot. Demonstrations of early pioneer skills keep
attendees captivated. Civil War reenactments and antique car and horse-drawn
wagon rides add to the fun. Exciting
entertainment takes place each afternoon. Continuous activities for children,
and a variety of food concessions ensure no one will want to miss any of the
fun. Admission is free. Call 435-743-5316 for more information.
Sept
16-18 – Good Sam Club Fall Tag-a-Long, Millard County Fairgrounds, 187 South
Manzanita Ave., Delta. Gathering of Good
Sam Club members, but you don’t have to be a member to come. Contact Glenn Carroll, 801-571-1803, carrollg@utah-inter.net.
Sept
17-18 – Delta Car Show, Delta City Park, Delta.
The Delta Car Show gets underway in September with antique vehicles,
classics, muscle cars and street rods displayed in the Delta City Park. Open to all make, models and years of
vehicles. Music, trophies, prizes, and
some surprises. Spectators are
encouraged to attend the free event, reminisce and become acquainted with
vehicle owners. Come out and see some of
the best vehicles around. Contact David
Frandsen 435-857-2545 or 801-372-1862 or Steve Rosenquist 801-641-9938, www.bndhiphopstop.com.
September
25 – ATV Ride for the Cure, formerly known as ATV Ride for Life Poker Run,
75 South 100 West, Fillmore. Annual poker
run around the Fillmore Loop of the Paiute ATV Trail with lunch included. Extra poker cards may be purchased for
$5. Great prizes for the best hand. There will also be an auction and silent
auction. Proceeds go to the Huntsman
Cancer Research Center. Registration
starts at 8:00 am, with lunch served at approximately 1:00 pm. $30/person.
Contact Doug, 435-253-0283 or Laura 435-253-0093, info.rideforcure@gmail.com.
Jack Rabbit Scramble,
Golf Tournament at Sunset View Golf Course.
4 person scramble, $200/team registration fee. Registration includes 18 holes of golf,
riding cart, lunch and prizes for the winners.
Preregistration at Delta Chamber of Commerce. Contact Lorie, 435-864-4316.
November 2010
Sat after Thanksgiving – Delta’s Tree Festival, Millard County Fair Building, 187 South Manzanita
Ave., Delta. Doors open at 12:30
p.m. Auction starts at 2:00 p.m. Beautifully decorated trees are auctioned to
local businesses. Santa will also be at
the City Building from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm.
Proceeds go to the local Sub for Santa and the Central Utah Food
Share. Contact Bonnie Shamo,
435-864-3662.
Sat
after Thanksgiving – 6:00 p.m., Christmas Light Parade, Main Street, Delta. Welcome the season with Delta’s annual
Christmas Light Parade. Floats covered
in Christmas lights travel down Main Street, ending at the County Fair
Building. At the Fair Building kids can
see Santa while everyone enjoys refreshments and local entertainment. The trees from the Delta Tree Festival are
also on display for everyone to enjoy. Contact Karen Johnson at Delta City,
435-864-2759.
Sat
after Thanksgiving – Fillmore City Light Parade and Winder Wonderland of Lights, Millard County Courthouse & Territorial Statehouse,
50 South Main, Fillmore.
1:00 pm Matinee Movie @ Avalon Theater
3:00-5:00 pm Santa Visits kids at American Legion
Building
Noon – 7:00 pm Food booths at American Legion Building
3:00-5:30 pm Free Hayrides around Stake House block
5:30 pm Winter Wonderland of Lights with Entertainment
6:00 pm Light Parade down Main Street
December 2010
December 31 – Delta City New Year’s Eve Celebration, Delta High School Palladium & Old Gym, 50
West 300 South, Delta. Crossroads Band
for Dance, Family Feud and Deal or No Deal Games, board games, inflatables,
kids’ games, refreshments, and lots of fun for all. Starts at 7:00 pm and admission is free. Contact Karen Johnson (435-864-2759) or Betty
Jo Western (betttyjow@frontiernet.net) for more information.
January 2011
January
1 – Statehood Day Dance,
Territorial Statehouse State
Park, Fillmore. Join
park staff for the second annual statehood celebration at 7:30 p.m. with
pioneer dance with instruction for the entire family. At 8:30 p.m. a formal
dance for those 14 and older begins with a Grand March. This is a formal event
and best dress attire is recommended. (435) 743-5316
February 2011
February
25-26 –Snow
Goose Festival, Gunnison Bend Reservoir, Delta. The Snow Goose Festival celebrates the
arrival of thousands of Lesser Snow Geese in the fields and waters between
Delta and Clear Lake Management Area. Activities
include trap shoot, free waterfowl workshops, a 5K/10K race, craft vendors,
quilt show and more. Contact Delta Area
Chamber of Commerce, 435-864-4316, for more information.
February
25-26 –”Piece in the
Valley” Snow Goose Quilt Show, Millard County Exhibit Building, Delta. Contact Carol Smith, 435-864-4316, casmith25@frontiernet.net.
March 2011
March–
Miss
Millard Scholarship Pageant, 7:00 pm, Millard High School Auditorium, 35
North 200 West, Fillmore. Join us and
experience a fun, glamorous, and exciting evening of pageantry at its best.
Miss Millard competition is judged on an interview with the judges, swim wear,
talent, evening-wear, and a 2-question on-stage interview. Young girls ages 6-9 also compete in a fun
and adorable Little Miss Millard pageant. During the evening’s program, one of
these young contestants is chosen to serve as Little Miss Millard. For more information or if you are interested
in competing in the pageant contact Lynette Madsen 435-864-8787, Shari
Oppenheimer, 435-864-7765, or Tanya Stephenson, 435-864-7621.
March
– Women in Motion, Conference for Women About
Women,
Delta High School, 50 West 300 North, Delta.
Come join us at the best thing to happen in Central Utah since sliced
bread. This conference is a day filled
with learning, food and fun. A day for
women of all ages to have a time-out from daily stress and responsibility and
have time just for themselves. Women in
Motion is a conference designed to assist women in finding joy and fulfillment
in their busy lives. Conference speakers
are experts on their varied subjects and come highly recommended to the
conference. Subjects range from women’s
health issues, finances, mind-body health, gardening, and interior design. Ticket price is $40.00. Contact Linda Ekins, 435-864-3424.
May 2011
May 13-14 – Old School
Rock Crawl,
Millard County Fairgrounds, 150 South Pinyon Drive, Delta. Old fashioned rock
crawling with Jeeps, 4x4 vehicles and trucks driving over large obstacles with
the possibility of roll-overs. Vehicles are scored by the number of mistakes
that are made by the driver and spotter (team) on the courses. The team with
the fewest mistakes wins. Three classes are available for teams: stock,
modified stock (legend) and unlimited. $2 donation appreciated at the gate.
Contact Craig Stumph, 435-864-3199 or 801-367-1395 for registration
information.
May 28 – Demolition Derby,
Millard County Outdoor Arena, 150 South Pinyon Drive
(1090 East)., Delta. Demolition Derby
will help raise funds for the Delta High School football program. Adults 12+ $8; Children 6-11 $5; Children 5 &
under free. Action starts at 6:00
pm. Contact Robert DeWyze,
435-864-5574.
June 2011
June– Millard County
Junior Livestock Show, Millard County Fairgrounds, 187
South Manzanita Ave., Delta. It’s the annual show, which showcases 4-H and FFA
projects in beef, swine, sheep and dairy with 3 days of showmanship, market
classes and other contests. Tuesday is
the Fitting & Showmanship Day, where it’s the Exhibitor’s chance to show
off their skills. Wednesday is Market
Show, where the animals are judged. Thursday
is sale day, where the animals are sold at auction. Throughout the week there are various
contests for everyone. Banquet on
Thursday is open to anyone at a cover charge.
After the banquet there is a dance for all ages. Contact Shan Ellison, 435-406-1346, lsellison@frontiernet.net.
June– Sleepless in Delta
Men’s Softball Tournament, Millard County Ball Parks, 81 South Manzanita
Ave., Delta. Men’s Class “D” USSSA
Santioned Tournament. Tournament will
begin at 7:00 pm on Friday night and will continue all night long and
throughout Saturday until finished.
Contact Max Wood, 435-864-1470 for more information.
June
– Days
of the Old West Rodeo, Millard County
Fairgrounds, 187 South Manzanita Ave., Delta.
Rodeo
fans can enjoy a colorful PRCA event and cheer their favorite cowboys at the
Days of the Old West Rodeo. Top
contestants compete in steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc riding, PWBR
Barrel Racing, tie-down roping, and everyone’s favorite—bull riding. Rodeo starts at 8:00 pm each evening. Contact Sherri Callister, 435-406-1054, daysoftheoldwestrodeo@yahoo.com.
June – Poker Draw Softball
Tournament,
Millard County Ball Parks, 81 South Manzanita Ave., Delta. Co-Ed Open USSSA Sanctioned Tournament. Take a chance on this all night
tournament. Contact Max Wood,
435-864-1470 for more information.
June
20-25 –
National ATV Jamboree, Fillmore. Gather at the POD in Fillmore City with other
ATV enthusiasts for the annual ATV Jamboree. Guides offer approximately 30
different rides each day in the Pahvant Mountains, with experienced local
guides making stops along the way to describe history, geology, flora and
fauna. Participants will enjoy seeing
wild turkeys, elk and mule deer as you travel the Paiute ATV Trail and
experience some of the most spectacular scenery you can imagine. Pizza parties,
pot luck dinners and a progressive dinner in Chalk Creek Canyon are just some
of the activities planned during the week-long event. Cost is $100/person; $175/couple or
$300/group of 4. Contact Jayne
Rasmussen, 435-743-5286 cjaynego@yahoo.com
or Nola Whatcott, 435-759-2543 bartandnola@frontiernet.net.
June 23-26 TRILOBITEJAM, House Range near Delta. This is the world’s first on-site fossil
collecting festival. Those who attend
the Trilobite Jam will get to collect on 320 acres of State leased lands that are
controlled by the American Trilobite Suppliers for FOUR FULL DAYS. Patrons of the trilobite Jam will be able to
keep EVERYTHING they find. Even those who find an Olenoides superbus will get
to KEEP it! Registration fee $250; early
registration $200; Millard County Residents $175; children under 12 are
free. Contact Jake Skabelund,
877-877-9279, americantrilobite@gmail.com.
June–
American Cancer Society’s
Relay for Life of Millard County, Delta High School Football Field, 50 West 300
North, Delta. Relay For Life is an overnight fundraising
event for the American Cancer Society. There will be a survivor and caregiver ceremony
to open the event, a luminaria ceremony at dark to remember those who have
passed from cancer and to honor those who fought the battle and won. The event
will end with a fight back ceremony where everyone can pledge to fight against
cancer by living healthy lifestyles, getting screenings and donating to the
cause. Plan to join us for a wonderful event that will change your life and
help save the lives of many. Contact
Joyce Swaner, joyce.swaner@cancer.org.
July 2011
July
3 – Liberty Program, Millard County Fair Building, 187 South Manzanita Ave,
Delta. Program begins at 7:00 pm. A patriotic production presented in word,
image and song celebrating the birth of the United States of America. Show begins at 7:00 pm. Contact Sherry Nickle 435-864-2021 for more
information.
DELTA
CITY INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS
July
2
5:00 pm – Tennis
Tournament. For information call
435-864-2726
7:00 pm – Children’s
Parade. Line up at 400 W Main. Contact Karen Johnson at 435-864-2759.
7:30 pm – Concert in the
Park
7:30 pm – Volleyball
Tournament. Call 435-864-4057 for more
information.
July 4
6:00 am – Sunrise Salute
6:30 am – 5K Fun Run. For
information call 435-864-9001 or 435-864-2436
7:00 am – Breakfast in
the Park, City Park (Provided by Deseret District Boy Scouts)
9:30 am – Military
Flyover, Main Parade (line up at 350 East Main), Delta Main Street
11:00 am – Patriotic
Program, Food, Fun and Games at City Park
12:00 pm – Entertainment
in the Park
2:00 pm-4:00 pm – Free
swimming @ West Millard Swimming Pool
2:00 pm – Matinee Movie @
T&T Twin Theater
6:00 pm – Demolition
Derby, Millard County Fairgrounds—NOTE: this is reserved seating ONLY
10:00 pm – Fireworks by
Delta Fire Department, Fairgrounds
Remember no parking on Main Street prior to or
during the parade.
FILLMORE
CITY INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS
July
2
6:30 pm – Children’s
parade (free hot dogs & drinks for participants)
7:00 pm – Fillmore’s Got
Talent
8:00 pm – Kid’s Hypnotist
@ Statehouse (ages 12-14)
8:30 pm – Free outdoor
kids’ movie
9:00 pm – Pioneer Dance
at Statehouse
8:00 pm to Midnight –
Women’s 4 on 4 Volleyball
July 4
7:00 am – Flag Ceremony
7:00-9:00 am – American
Legion Breakfast
9:30 am – Freedom Mile
and Lawn Mower Races
10:00 am – Parade, Main
Street
11:00 am - Stage
Entertainment & Park Activities
11:00 am - 3-point
Shootout
11:00 am to 3:00 pm –
Entertainment
12:00 pm to 1:30 pm –
Adult Hypnotist
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Free
Swim
1:00 pm – Tentative horse
races
1:30 pm to 1:45 pm –
Strut Your Mutt
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm –
Kids’ Games
2:30 pm – Rounders
Baseball
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm –
Ashton’s Roast Beef Dinner & Entertainment
6:00 pm – Powder Puff
Football game at the high school football field. $4/person or $20/family. Junior/Sophomore team vs. Senior/Freshmen
team. Contact Kassidee Gillins @
979-6515 or Josh Rasmussen @ 253-1820.
Fundraiser for Junior Class Prom.
7:00 pm – Little League
Games
Dusk – Fireworks &
Fun
July 22-23 – Snake Valley
Festival, Baker, Nevada. The second annual
Snake Valley Festival will be held Friday and Saturday. This fun-filled
festival celebrates life in the valley that straddles Utah and Nevada, with
most of the events occurring in Baker, Nevada. Come join us for food,
games, booths, a parade, yard sale, film festival, barbeque, dance, cowboy
poetry and music, and an auction to raise money to help keep our rural
communities strong. Many events are free and for the entire family.
Nearby Great Basin National Park provides opportunities for hiking and nature
viewing during the weekend. For more information, visit
protectsnakevalley.com.
HINCKLEY
PIONEER DAYS CELEBRATION
July
22
7:00
pm, Junior Rodeo, Hinckley Rodeo Grounds (Sign up 5:30-6:30 pm)
8:00
pm, Rodeo, Hinckley Rodeo Grounds (Hide race sign-ups 5:30-8:00 pm). Money calf scramble ages 0-8, Greased Pig
Contest (local businesses).
July
23
6:00
am, Daylight Salute
7:15
am, Registration for 2-mile classic run/walk (at Park), $5 registration fee
8:00
am, Annual Pioneer Classic Run/Walk sponsored by Hinckley Lions Club
9:30
am, Pioneer Parade, Hinckley Main Street
11:00
am, Pioneer Day Program, Hinckley City Park
12:00 pm, BBQ Dinner, Hinckley City Park
7:00
pm, Junior Rodeo, Hinckley Rodeo Grounds (Sign up 5:30-6:30 pm)
8:00
pm, Rodeo, Hinckley Rodeo Grounds (Hide race sign-ups 5:30-8:00 pm). Money Calf Scramble, Ages 9-12, Wild Cow
Milking Contest (By invitation).
SCIPIO
PIONEER DAYS CELEBRATION
July
22
6:30
pm – Town Dinner at the Park
July 23
10:00
am – Parade, Center Street
11:00
am – Program at the Church
2:00
pm – Races and Games at the Park
6:30 pm – Sheep Bustin’, Scipio Rodeo Grounds
8:00
pm – Rodeo, Scipio Rodeo Grounds